Criccieth Castle
An 0-6-0DH, this locomotive was built at Boston Lodge using parts bought from Baguley-Drewry following that company's liquidation, although much was built new. Experience with Harlech Castle had suggested that a similar locomotive would have potential as a passenger locomotive and the "in house" designed bodywork reflect the links between the two locos. Entering service in 1995, the loco sees regular service in the passenger fleet, and is fitted with advanced computer controls which enables the use of the Push Pull system. This allows the engine to remain at the top end of the train on "down" services, being driven from a cab in observation Carriage 111. The locomotive carries a CRICCIETH CASTLE plate on one side and CASTELL CRICIETH on the other.
Initially Criccieth Castle was painted in an all-over unlined dark green, with the namplates covered up.
After a while, a white band separating 2 tones of green became the livery
At the end of the 2010 season 'Cric' (as it is known to most users) suffered a problem with a loose crank pin on the driven centre wheelset. After rectification it returned to traffic in early July 2011.
